SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 51

SSC CPO - 04 Oct 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q51

Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to restrict or abrogate the fundamental rights of the members of the armed forces, para-military forces, police forces, intelligence agencies and analogous forces?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Article 33.

Article 33 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to restrict or abrogate the fundamental rights of members of the armed forces, para-military forces, police forces, intelligence agencies, and analogous forces. This provision allows for modifications to fundamental rights in the interest of maintaining discipline and ensuring effective functioning within these organizations. Article 33 ensures that the rights of these personnel can be adjusted to balance individual freedoms with the needs of security and law enforcement.